About the Journal
The Infosphere: Nigerian Journal of Knowledge and Information Studies (NJKIS)
The Infosphere: Nigerian Journal of Knowledge and Information Studies (NJKIS) is a peer-reviewed scholarly multi-disciplinary journal established by the Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University Otuoke Bayelsa State - Nigeria.
NJKIS provides a credible platform for scholars, researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and postgraduate students to publish high-quality empirical, conceptual, and theoretical research in diverse areas of Library and Information Science (LIS). The journal is committed to advancing knowledge, promoting innovation, and fostering scholarly discourse within Nigeria, Africa and the global LIS community.
Focus and Scope
The journal welcomes original manuscripts in, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Digital Libraries and Institutional Repositories
- Knowledge Management
- Library and Information Science
- Librarianship
- Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Libraries
- Scholarly Communication
- Bibliometrics and Scientometrics
- Information Literacy
- Records and Archives Management
- Public, Academic, School, and Special Librarianship
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems
- Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in LIS
- Information Policy and Governance
Interdisciplinary studies that intersect LIS with education, communication, computer science, management, and the social sciences are also encouraged.
Publication Frequency
NJKIS is published biannually in March and September. The journal operates a rolling submission system, and manuscripts are reviewed upon receipt.
Peer Review Policy
The journal adopts a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness, objectivity, and academic integrity. All submissions are evaluated by at least two independent reviewers who are experts in the relevant field. The editorial board ensures that editorial decisions are based solely on scholarly merit, originality, methodological soundness, and relevance to the journal’s scope.
Open Access Policy
NJKIS operates an open access policy, providing immediate and free access to its published content. The journal believes that free access to research enhances global knowledge exchange and supports the development of scholarship, particularly in emerging academic communities.
Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain copyright of their published work while granting the journal the right of first publication. Articles are distributed under a Creative Commons license (as specified by the journal), allowing for appropriate use, distribution, and reproduction with proper citation of the original work.
Archiving and Preservation
To ensure long-term digital preservation, NJKIS supports recognised archival systems. The journal is committed to digital preservation strategies, including participation in recognised archiving frameworks such as LOCKSS and/or CLOCKSS (where applicable), to guarantee permanent accessibility of its scholarly content.
Privacy Statement
The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of the journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any third party.
History of the Journal
NJKIS was established in 2026 with its Maiden Edition to be published in March 2026 to strengthen scholarly communication and research dissemination within the field of Library and Information Science in Nigeria and beyond. Since its inception, the journal has maintained high editorial standards and continues to expand its national and international visibility.
